Bergstation Sanetsch – Stausee – Bergstation Sanetsch

The Destination Gstaad is located in the south-west of Switzerland right on the border to the French-speaking part of the country. The Destination is easily accessed by rail or car from the regions around Lake Thun and Lake Geneva and the Gruyere region Direct connections to the European high-speed rail network and all international airports in Switzerland guarantee a time-saving and pleasant journey. The main means of transport in the destination of Gstaad are the "MOB" (Montreux-Oberland Bernois) train and numerous post bus lines. Gsteig can be reached from Gstaad by post bus.

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From the Bernese side: Take the post bus to the "Gsteig b. Gstaad, Post" stop. Then approx. 25 minutes on foot to the Sanetsch valley station and with the gondola lift to the Lake Sanetsch.

From the Valais side: A post bus runs daily from Sion to Lake Sanetsch.

Parking spaces are available at the Cable car valley station Sanetsch in Innergsteig.

Cable car station Sanetsch – Lake Sanetsch – Cable car station Sanetsch

The hiking circuit around the lake of Sanetsch is easy and follows the beautiful lakeshore sections. Now and again there are a couple of rocky sections to negotiate, with minor differences in elevation. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

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Those brave enough will certainly want to enjoy a refreshing dip in the lake’s cold mountain waters. Tired hikers, for their part, can cool their feet instead. Climbers can choose from a multitude of very fine climbing routes with various degrees of difficulty. More detailed information is available from the local mountain guide offices.